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David Gergen was an American political commentator and advisor who served in the administrations of four U.S. presidents, providing insights and guidance on various political matters. Born on May 9, 1942, in Massachusetts, Gergen held significant roles in both Republican and Democratic administrations, showcasing his ability to navigate the political landscape across party lines. He was also a professor of public service at Harvard University, where he influenced a new generation of leaders. In addition to his academic work, Gergen was a senior political analyst for CNN, contributing to public discourse on current events until his passing on July 10, 2025.
But it's very clear that the President of the United States believes that he has the right, and he will exercise it, to take a sword to his enemies through the Department of Justice, and - and build a shield for himself and for his friend…
It may turn out - I think we have to give A.G. Barr a little time here and to see if he's honest. I don't think - I'm very skeptical that he wants to be truly independent.
It's hard not to be cynical tonight about what was really going on here today.
They're going to come out of this now with some nuggets that they can use, some things that'll be familiar to them.
I have a sense, Anderson, this is going South in terms of getting witnesses and documents.
Absolutely, absolutely. I -- Because the Republicans have gone at this in such a different way than the Democrats, the Democrats have been arguing the facts and the evidence, and the Republicans aren't contesting them on the facts.
There's no question, Anderson, it does strengthen the case for the Democrats to get both documents and witnesses.
I think Mike Pence has that. But Nikki Haley could well be a surprise choice to become secretary of state in a second term.
He will be a tougher act to follow than I think people appreciate, and that is because he's the strongest man in National Security around the President.
I think Donald Trump is going to emerge very differently from Nixon and Clinton. He's not going to be contrite. He's not going to take responsibility.
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